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Ayios Ioannis (St. John's Cathedral), Nicosia


Ayios Ioannis (St. John's Cathedral) in Nicosia was built in 1662 within the courtyard of the archiepiscopal palace. Look for the 18th-century murals illustrating important moments in Cypriot religious history and including a depiction of the tomb of St. Barnabas.

Quick Facts

Names: Ayios Ioannis Cathedral, Agios Ioannis, St. John's Cathedral
Type of site: Cypriot Orthodox cathedral
Dates: Built 1662
Location: Archbishop Kyprianou Sq., Nicosia, Cyprus
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Hours: Weekdays 8-noon and 2-4, Sat. 8-noon.
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Sources

  1. Fodor's Europe, 59th Edition (Fodor's Gold Guides)

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